| Applications open | Monday 29 September 2025 |
| Applications close | Friday 21 November 2025 |
| Total value | $30,000 |
| Duration | 1.5 years |
| Residency | International Student |
| What best describes me | New student |
| Level of study | Postgraduate |
| Degree | All |
| College | All |
| Type of scholarship | High achiever/academic |
This scholarship has been established by Professor Ashok Khurana to support the post-graduate education of an outstanding Indian student.
The scholarship is valued at $30,000, payable towards the recipient's airfares, living expenses and tuition fees. The successful applicant may also receive a 50% discount on the tuition fees for the duration of their program.
Eligibility criteria
- Be commencing a postgraduate coursework program in an area of benefit to India and its people, such as (but not limited to) Education, Agriculture, Health Services, Clean Technology, Environment, Aerospace and Resources (excluding studies related to the Military or Defence).
- Be enrolled on a full time basis
- Be an international student with Indian Citizenship not currently studying in Australia and/or residing in Australia on a Student, Bridging or any other visa.
Candidate selection
- Academic merit (GPA)
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and potential to significantly enhance India
- Answers to questions on the application form
Important information
Scholarships holders are required to enrol in the Adelaide University as “international students” and must maintain “international student” status for the duration of the Scholarship. The Scholarship will be terminated if the recipient changes residency status.
The Scholarship will provide assistance with the costs of the recipient’s airfares, living expenses and tuition fees. The successful applicant may also receive a 50% discount on their tuition fees for the duration of the Program for which the scholarship was awarded.
The scholarship must be taken up in the year in which it is offered.
Students in receipt of other Adelaide University Scholarships may not apply for this Scholarship.
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